Beginning in the 1600s when the first permanent Jewish settlers came to the New World fromBrazil, our core exhibition flows chronologically as it highlights the diverse backgrounds,expectations, and experiences of Jews who first came to these shores and thegenerations that followed. At the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History,the core exhibition illustrates the choices they faced, the challenges they confronted,and the ways in which they shaped, and were shaped by, their American home. Weare looking forward to exploring this rich history together!

CharlotteSchwartz is a native Philadelphian and has been a docent at The Weitzman NationalMuseum of American Jewish History since 2012. Prior to becoming a docent she hada career as a professional Sign Language Interpreter and did volunteer work forvarious community and religious organizations. Charlotte is a proud wife,mother of three and grandmother of eight. She is honored to represent The Weitzmanand hopes you enjoy our presentation.